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We chose a random Sunday to do it – I did not want to give her the cell phone as a gift or reward. We want her to know that while we let her use it, it really belongs to us, and she should treat it as something she is borrowing.

Because my life is busy, and we haven't been able to hit the salon, I was looking for options to learn how to style my kids’ hair.  Luckily, we had the opportunity to try out an online course called Barber Mom.

In some households, “leftovers” is a dirty word, but not mine. In fact, my people prefer some of my dishes on the second or even third day. That’s because I’ve mastered the art of second-day suppers.

My go-to fall recipe is the famous “Dump Dessert” — this little concoction never disappoints me, seriously. If desserts could be a reliable item of clothing (unlike non-stretch jeans), “Dump Dessert” would be your favorite stretchy pajama pants, you know the ones– you have had them since your early 20s and they still fit–thoooose pants.

Our family LOVES soup, especially in the Fall and Winter; however, my stepdaughters always want chicken noodle soup. I jazz it up a little bit differently each time, but it is still a boring soup to me unless you need the comfort when you are sick, so I am always looking for soup inspiration.

These days, you can order almost any type of product through a subscription service. From food subscriptions, touting claims that they will save money in wasted groceries and precious time shopping, to beauty and lifestyle subscriptions promising a few moments of self-care, there’s almost nothing you can’t get delivered. But are they really worth it?

We have always gone alone in our single-person kayaks, but this summer we have decided to bring our kiddos along for the ride, too!

I was quickly overwhelmed, but knew I needed something… and I needed it fast! So, what do I do?  I go to one of my trusty virtual moms’ groups and write a post looking for gate recommendations, and any other baby-proofing items they love.

Whatever your bookish behaviors, we can agree that books are important. But buying books gets expensive, which makes borrowing a great option. Here are 7 ways to get free books. 

I am an imperfect stepmom! I think all stepmoms are imperfect, just as are parents, but there seems to be more of an eye on stepparents because someone else’s children are our responsibility at times.